Tender

Network Hardware Maintenance

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

22 Jun 2022 at 16:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by East Ayrshire Council for the contract titled "Network Hardware Maintenance." This project is classified under the services industry, specifically focusing on the maintenance of data network equipment. The tender is currently in the active stage, with the submission deadline set for 26th July 2022. The procurement method is open, allowing a wide range of participants, and the contract period is anticipated to last 1080 days, with provisions for renewal for two additional years. The main location for this contract is Kilmarnock, UK, and it requires electronic submission via the specified platform.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the maintenance and supply of network hardware equipment. Companies that meet the criteria, such as being a CISCO Gold partner and having an annual turnover of at least £1.4 million, will be in a strong position to compete. The successful bidder will be tasked not only with the maintenance of existing equipment but also with proposing hardware replacements as part of an ongoing refresh programme, making this an ideal opportunity for technology firms seeking to expand their service offerings in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Network Hardware Maintenance

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply, delivery, warranty and maintenance of network equipment and related services consisting of network hardware equipment to East Ayrshire Council.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract is for the supply, delivery, warranty and maintenance of network equipment and related services consisting of network hardware equipment to East Ayrshire Council. There will be a requirement for a design, installation, commissioning, maintenance and technology refresh service as part of the contract. The successful tenderer will be responsible to submit proposals to replace hardware as part of an ongoing refresh programme as and when Cisco announces End of Life, End of Sale or End of Support on any hardware that EAC currently use on their network.

Renewal: 2 x 1 year extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-034978
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017107-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment

50312310 - Maintenance of data network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
In 3, 4 or 5 years.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Zoe Wilson
Contact Email
zoe.wilson@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1563576183

Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

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